Since his first solo project in 1983, Smith has become one of the most popular artists in the contemporary Christian music world, while also finding considerable success in the mainstream. Smith has frequently topped both Christian radio and Billboard charts and is often listed as one of the top keyboardists in rock and roll in Keyboard Magazine. Smith has sold more than 13 million records and has had 29 #1 hit songs. By 2005, he had garnered 14 gold records and 5 platinum records, 40 Dove Awards, an American Music Award and 3 Grammy Awards. He was also named one of People magazine's most beautiful people.
The Glory Songfacts reports that recorded with a 65-piece London orchestra, Glory is Christian musician Michael W. Smith’s seventeenth studio album and his second instrumental record. It was released November 22, 2011. His first instrumental album was Freedom, which was released November 21, 2000.
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Michael W. Smith Lyrics
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With the pearl of wisdom in your hand
And a soul of desire
You hold your own up against the world
A lion's heart in a little girl
So unafraid of the fire
But those days don't last
A stumble when you walk on the wire
When all your friends
Start giving in
The flames are burning higher and higher
[Chorus]
Don't give up, Andrea
Got the whole world at your feet
Just keep on holding on
This is where you need to be
All the days that you've been spending
Spinning while your heart's descending
Like a stone in the ocean
Sometimes when you think the world is ending
It's really just a new beginning
The other side of emotion
But I've seen your eyes
No compromise
When you set your mind on the matter
Be strong through the tears
And your sight will clear
You're gonna get what you're after
[Chorus]
Don't be surprised when the road divides
Just take the one less traveled by
[Chorus]
In Michael W. Smith's song "Don't Give Up, Andrea," he sings about a girl named Andrea who used to have a strong and determined spirit. She held her own against the world and had a lion's heart despite being just a little girl. However, as time passes, Andrea loses that spark and starts to feel the weight of the world on her. She begins to stumble as she walks a tightrope between success and failure, and her friends start giving in to the difficulties they face. As the flames of their challenges rise higher, Andrea is in danger of losing hope and giving up.
The chorus of the song serves as an encouragement to Andrea to keep holding on, despite her struggles. Smith encourages her to remember that she has the whole world at her feet and that this is where she needs to be. He reminds her that sometimes when it seems like everything is falling apart, it's really just the start of something new. He's witnessed her ability to be strong and determined and encourages her to keep that mindset and set her sights on what she's after.
The song concludes with Smith telling Andrea not to be surprised if the road ahead takes an unexpected turn. She should be prepared to take the road less traveled and keep pushing forward no matter what. Ultimately, the song is a message of hope and encouragement to anyone who may be struggling and feeling lost or hopeless.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember when you took a stand
I recall a moment where you stood up for what you believe in
With the pearl of wisdom in your hand
You held on to a valuable piece of knowledge to guide you
And a soul of desire
You had a strong inner longing and passion
You hold your own up against the world
You stood strong and proved yourself to the world
A lion's heart in a little girl
Despite being vulnerable, you had the courage and strength of a fierce lion
So unafraid of the fire
You faced challenges and obstacles with bravery and fearlessness
But those days don't last
However, those moments of confidence and strength do not endure forever
Sweet dreams die fast
Optimistic visions and aspirations fade away quickly
A stumble when you walk on the wire
It's easy to trip up and experience difficulty when you're trying to maintain balance
When all your friends start giving in
You feel disheartened when those around you give up on their beliefs or goals
The flames are burning higher and higher
The pressure and intensity of the situation is increasing rapidly
Don't give up, Andrea
Don't lose faith or surrender to the struggles, Andrea
Got the whole world at your feet
You have endless possibilities and opportunities ahead of you
Just keep on holding on
Continue persevering and hanging on tightly
This is where you need to be
You are exactly where you should be in this moment
All the days that you've been spending
All the time and effort you've put in
Spinning while your heart's descending
While feeling emotionally low and uncertain
Like a stone in the ocean
Feeling small and insignificant amidst the grandness of the world
Sometimes when you think the world is ending
At times when everything seems to be falling apart
It's really just a new beginning
It's actually a fresh start and another chance to succeed
But I've seen your eyes
I've noticed how you look
No compromise
Your unwavering dedication and refusal to settle
When you set your mind on the matter
When you fully focus and commit yourself to a goal
Be strong through the tears
Stay resilient and determined despite emotional hardships
And your sight will clear
Eventually, the fog will lift and things will appear clearer
You're gonna get what you're after
You will achieve what you've been striving for
Don't be surprised when the road divides
Don't be caught off guard when you face a decision point in your journey
Just take the one less traveled by
Consider making a choice that's unconventional or risky but could potentially yield greater rewards
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRENT BOURGEOIS, MICHAEL W. SMITH, DOUGLAS MCKELVEY
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Amen! Thanks for the encouragement and prayers. Glad I could be a blessing to you🙏
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Gilbert Nichols
You can easily replace your thumbnail with a correct last name for Michael W Smith, not Mith.
Sapna
Thank you so much for these lovely spirit filled praise n worship songs. Whenever I start my day with thesw songs I feel huge burdens lifted up from my Spirit and my day is filled with HIS GRACE AND HAPPINESS
Gema Rojo
Lord Jesus i surrender to you all of my burdens my worries my fears my anxiety my financial difficulties my health my family i believe and i trust in you Jesus for you are my Lord God and Savior...thank you Lord jesus Amen Amen Amen
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Thanks for the love and encouragement. I pray it's a blessing to you🙏
Jecinter Osore
I was in an emotionally abusive relationship for 7 years and I was afraid to walk out because I didn't want my son to have a broken family until 23/12/2019 when God gave me wisdom and courage to walk out.with Jesus I am at peace with myself and I am trusting God for a much better home for my son with Lord Jesus as our foundation. Amen
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I was born in a hindu family and i never argue for christianity, but jesus saved me and all i want to say is that jesus loves you and u need him, there are many ways to rom but there is just one way to heaven- jesus christ says iam the way truth and the life, you can bring u carries ur burdens to him as a children of god. If you accept Jesus Christ in your life and believe in that what he did for nations you will be saved from death.. he died for us because of his love to us through his amazing grace we can enter heaven, if u confess that he is the risen king u will be saved, he will change your circumstances but it will not an easy way there will come some storms, but keep running if god is for u nothing can shake you. Jesus said" ITS DONE " Love cast out fears.
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thank you Lord,for this wonderful life,thank you for saving us,i pray that this covid 19virus will end,in Jesus name,thank you don moen for the song you made
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thank you Lord,for this wonderful life,thank you for saving us,i pray that this covid 19virus will end,in Jesus name,thank you don moen for the song you made